DEI Program Coordinator

DEI Program Coordinator

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced DEI Program Coordinator at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Working in conjunction with the Dean’s office, the DEI Program Coordinator will identify, schedule and coordinate seminars, town halls, workshops, events and other programs to highlight and grow the diversity, inclusive culture and equity within the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. This individual will implement student, faculty and staff initiatives on behalf of the College’s DEI Committee.

• Identify, schedule and provide training/development programs for students, staff and faculty to foster inclusivity, diversity and cultural sensitivity in all areas of the college (teaching, research and service), working with college leadership. This will include:

1. Inherent bias training programs (virtual or in person).
2. Town hall discussions on DEI for faculty, staff and students featuring designated speaker’s from with the Wayne State Community.
3. Identifying DEI training opportunities and events, disseminating this information to staff and faculty through college resources.

• Create training program/seminar content. Able to identify existing resources. Collaborate with other DEI experts and resources across campus. Identify and enlist outside presenters as appropriate.

• Work with the college’s established DEI committee to help implement initiatives as well as facilitate feedback on college activities.
• Identify alumni from diverse backgrounds to present their experiences to the college in fireside chats, interview style formats, either virtual or in person.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in working on DEI initiatives in higher education.
• Experience creating training content and/or coordinating training and learning experiences.
• Pleasant and personable demeanor, able to demonstrate tact, patience and courtesy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, able to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Solid organizational skills, able to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Works independently, able to make program decisions with minimal oversight and direction.
• Critical thinker with strong problem solving skills, able to anticipate issues and identify solutions.
• Detail oriented, able to compare, contrast and quality check work with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Preferred qualifications:

Masters degree.

School/College/Division:

H18 - Pharmacy & Health Science

Primary department:

H1801 - Deans Office Pharmacy/Health Sci

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
  
  

Working conditions:

Evening and weekend hours possible, but not typical. Flexible scheduling available.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No
• Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
• Prior posting/requisition number:

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.